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Whether you are moving from New York to Stamford or cross-country, moving costs can quickly add up. Moving into a CTBest apartment is an exciting adventure but it can be challenging on your budget if not properly planned. From packing boxes to renting a truck and paying for gas, there are plenty of ways to cut moving costs. Here’s our quick guide to saving every penny possible and making your moving experience just as pleasurable as your apartment. (more…)

Most people are no doubt familiar with the 12 days of Christmas, repetitive with drummers drumming, pipers piping and a partridge in a pear tree. Less publicized, however, are the 15 days of Chinese New Year, the festival season that stretches from the new moon on New Year’s Day until the full moon on the Lantern Festival. This year, preparations for the New Year begin on January 28th, 2019 and officially begins on February 5th and ends on February 19th.

Celebrating Chinese New Year can feel like a marathon. The holiday involves at least a week of preparation prior to New Year’s Day, followed by two weeks filled with reunions among family and friends, an abundance of delicious food and parties with wishes for a New Year filled with prosperity, joy and good fortune. Mark your calendars because Chinese New Year celebrations begin in and near Stamford as early February 3. Below is a list of popular events and way to celebrate the holiday. (more…)

The Connecticut winter season is here and you’re probably searching for ways to keep your apartment warm without cranking up the thermostat. How can you stay cozy and warm throughout a chilly winter without driving up the electric bill? From what temperature to set the thermostat at to buying rugs for your floors, here are tips on heating your Branford, Norwalk and Stamford apartment without breaking the bank. (more…)

Forget everything you’ve been taught about tidying up and decluttering because Japanese tidiness expert and space healer Marie Kondo just took the world by storm in her new Netflix series “Tidying Up With Marie Kondo”.Due to the instant popularity of the KonMari method, many CTBest residents are taking their extra time indoors to organize and clean their home for the New Year.

The best way to begin organization and decluttering is with the KonMari method. Getting rid of your possessions can be painful, especially if you attach emotion and memory to them. The KonMari method recognizes those emotional attachments and teaches you how to know when to hold onto something and when to let it go. Without binge watchingthe Netflix series, we have put together our own approach on how to incorporate the KonMari method when decluttering and organizing your CTBestapartment. (more…)

Boasting rich amenities and a wide variety of apartment plans, from studios to three-bedrooms, and in an excellent location within walking distance of all the excitement of Downtown Stamford, The Morgan is sure to exceed expectations. In addition to being close to downtown, The Morgan is also just 40 minutes away from New York City, which is perfect for a weekend getaway or quick day trip. Read below for a more in-depth look at our amazing apartment designs. (more…)

Finding a new place to call home is an adventure that can take some serious time and energy. If you are someone who currently lives in the Stamford, Branford or Norwalk area or looking to move to the southwestern tip of Connecticut, having some quick tips on renting can save you some struggles.

Connecticut is a state known for its rich history and vibrant culture. Cities such as Stamford, Branford and Norwalk are known for having many different communities with distinct restaurants, performing arts centers and entertainment options for all. Whether you’re a local or a newcomer, these cities will have something unique to offer you! (more…)

Every year around this time, we make resolutions for the New Year ahead. Most of the promises we make to ourselves don’t survive January. This year, make resolutions that can easily be accomplished throughout the New Year and do it right in your backyard! Our Norwalk, Branford and Stamford residents are near some amazing entertainment and activities! Here are some 2019 resolutions that you can make – and keep! (more…)

As the fourth largest city in the state of Connecticut, Stamford is ideal for people looking for a suburban lifestyle not far from cultural and urban epicenters. Stamford is only 35 miles from New York City, which attributes to the city’s rapid growth, but this special Connecticut gem also has many of its own attractions. Hoyt Bedford’s gracious apartments complement the natural beauty of Stamford and place residents close to UBS, RBS, the Connecticut Supreme Court building and GE corporate offices. (more…)

It’s that time of year where Christmas cookies, holiday treats and festive drinks fill the air in every CTBest apartment in Stamford, Branford and Norwalk. With the holidays rapidly approaching, it’s time for you to start the baking and treat-making! Whether you’re making gift baskets for neighbors, inviting friends and family over, or simply indulging at home, here are some quick and easy delicious holiday edibles that can be created, and devoured, in minutes! (more…)

If there is one thing all walks of life can agree on, it’s the love for a delicious cup of coffee. And, just like us, each coffee has its own uniqueness. Whether you need that essential first cup of the morning, a midday pick-me-up, free Wi-Fi, or a place to relax in an outstanding atmosphere, Stamford has some incredible coffee shops that offer the perfect cup of joe and cozy environment. Below are popular local bakeries and coffee shops in Stamford where you can grab a soul-soothing cup of black coffee with churros, a creamy cappuccino with a delicious bagel or a shot of espresso with a mouth-watering sandwich. (more…)